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Much-loved pub run by BBC star TV chef which suddenly closed down now set to undergo huge change

Published on April 18, 2025 at 08:57 AM

A BELOVED pub which previously belonged to an iconic Great British Menu chef might be reopening.

Having opened under several names over the years, the pub is one of many to have fallen victim to the UK’s .

The Beehive pub in Tattenhall.
The Beehive in Tattenhall was bursting at the seams with customers but shut down in 2020
Portrait of Mark Ellis, former owner of a pub.
Mark Ellis once owned the beloved high street pub

The Beehive in Tattenhall closed down in January 2020, just months before the Covid-19 pandemic devastated high streets across the country.

Over the years, the pub has had several names including the Allium when it was opened by celebrity chef .

After closing, there were several attempts to turn the premises into a house and even a B&B but it has continued to remain derelict.

However, there is hope yet for the beloved pub as the iconic building is now on the market once again.

The Divisional Director of Fleurets North West, Tim Martin, opened up about the incredible opportunities that the pub offers.

He said: “Lynedale House offers 4,500 sq feet of commercial space with a Guide Rent of £24,000 per annum, in what it is a picture postcard Cheshire village.

Restaurateurs will feel that this is a destination location and they will be attracted by the ability to provide letting accommodation to their customers.”;

is a hub for celebrities looking to get away from the noise of Britain’s big cities.

, and all call the north-eastern county home.

Pop icon also comes from Cheshire.

The reopening of The Beehive would be a huge boost for the local high street, which has been rocked – like many UK high streets – by a wave of closures.

Some business owners have placed the blame squarely on Brexit, including .

The owners said that Britain’s decision to exit the EU left it unable to hire qualified staff, adding to their financial woes.

Others have blamed the , which forced restaurants across the country to close for months at a time.

Some business owners have called on the government to step in, after hiked national insurance contributions for employees which raised the cost of running a business.

However, The Chancellor hit back at her critics by pointing out that the move had enabled her government to .

The in April 2025 by 0.5%, despite financial pressures placed on Britain by .

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